PacPC for Windows

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In February of 2000, there was an unauthorized release of this game that came with an installer. That release is not connected to JROK Games in any way. The installer changed your browser window to an advertising page and placed an advertising icon on your desktop. This problem has been corrected, and you may now download this game without any further disruption.

Editors’ Review

Download.com staffFebruary 25, 2026

PacPC faithfully recreates the iconic Pac-Man arcade experience on your desktop. Navigate mazes, eat dots, and evade ghosts in this free-to-play gem.

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Pros
- Faithful recreation of original Pac-Man gameplay
- Free to download and play
- Simple and intuitive controls
- Engaging maze navigation challenges
- Classic arcade nostalgia
Cons
- Lacks modern graphical enhancements
- Limited gameplay modes beyond the original
- No online multiplayer features
- Basic sound effects
- No adjustable difficulty settings

PacPC for Windows

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: February 2, 2000

Latest update: February 25, 2026

Version: 2.1

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 7
Windows 10
Windows Vista
Windows XP

Additional Requirements: DOS

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 1,504,677

Downloads Last Week: 2

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User Reviews

4.3/5

169 User Votes

doesn't run on Windows 7
justauser345October 8, 2013
Pros
none - not as advertised
Cons
doesn't run on Windows 7
Summary
doesn't run on Windows 7
Another Mal-Ware loaded download
Pks29733steelJuly 30, 2011
Pros
You can erase it from your hard-drive.
Cons
It can be removed from your hard-drive.
Summary
Another 'down-load' from C-Net that loads your hard-drive with Malware. C-Net states that they check downloads for virus programs but they should do the same for malware!!!!
One of the Best PC/DOS Games Ever of all time.
Gamerbond007May 23, 2011
Pros
You can use a keyboard or joystick. The Game has two video modes. You can now play this game with Dosbox.
Cons
Only con I can think of is that you can't play this game with today's CPU Tech that has Vista or 7. You have to download a Dos-Base Emulator just to play it on a CPU with Vista or 7 today.
Summary
As I mention this is one of the Best PC/DOS games ever. But if you want to play it on Windows Vista or 7 you best get a Dos-Base Emulator just to play it on today's Windows Operating Systems. This Game still works for those who use Windows 3.X up till Windows XP of course. That's only if you still use those systems. Anyhow this is still a good classic.<br /><br /><span class='notifyMsg'> Updated </span>on Feb 10, 2012<p/>Since doing the review for Pacpc I have played the Arcade Version though MAME. Another pro about this game is that it's as good as the Arcade Version. If you use DosBox or any DOS-Based Emulator you might want to download the game.
Does not work on a Palm TX.
FirstTroubleApril 4, 2011
Pros
None. Does not work with Palm TX.
Cons
Does not work with Palm TX.
Summary
Does not work with Palm TX.
Dosent work on vista (x64)
andrewdpham3October 13, 2009
Pros
No pros couldent use it.
Cons
dosent work on vista
Summary
Did not work for me
paradisecomputer2002March 1, 2009
Pros
I was unable to actually test this program properly
Cons
Bottom line tells it all
Summary
It never reconized my "joystick" and I tried 3 different ones. and then after trying to exit the program It crashed the PC. I have been able to recover it as I am a technician. but if you do not have alot of patients and if you use a wirless keyboard it will not function quick enough to play this game. The split second it takes for the signal from the keyboard to the computer can mean missing the turn.
The Best PacMan clone ever!
prabhat.kaushikJanuary 9, 2008
Pros
Its the best clone of the original i've seen... with lots of customization! Very fast! Great going man!
Cons
Summary
clasic look but freezes
brandon norwoodAugust 5, 2007
Pros
i like the good classic look of the original pac man. same great characters, and sound.
Cons
the sound is clasic and all that, but, it sounds scratchy and skips. the game freezes alot, and that pritty mutch will ruin it for you.tha screen is allso too big. and pac man dont move as fast as he did on the real arcade. takes out the hardness of it
Summary
Just like the original
Odiwan75February 19, 2007
Pros
Just like the original. The look and sounds good enough to enjoy.
Cons
Wish I could use my USB controller to play it...
Summary
there is better
aratonstiltsSeptember 24, 2006
Pros
its just like the origanal pacman
Cons
to pixely, there is better
Summary

Developer’s Description

Play an adaptation of the original arcade game Pac-Man.

If you remember the '80s, chances are you remember playing a game called Pac-Man. PacPC is a free clone that brings the hungry yellow dot and even hungrier ghosts to your PC's desktop. Just as in the original game, the object is to speed around the onscreen maze, munching dots and the occasional bonus goody on the way. Avoid the ghosts at all costs, unless you munch out on one of those really big dots: only then are the tables turned on those meddlesome spooks.